FnA Van Life

Frankie and Alex Van Life

Join Frankie and Alex on the road to experience van life first hand. We've been living this way since 2019 and share stories from other nomads to help you decide, is van life for you?

  1. 1 hr ago

    The Reality of Our Business Costs | Day 126

    Donated Now👉 GoFundMe — https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-alzheimers-research-for-brighter-futures?utm_campaign=fp_below_fold&utm_content=amp20_t1&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_link&lang=en_US&attribution_id=sl%3A3cc518cd-3856-4a2f-8d4d-783f20c7d84e&ts=1784684320 Today is a big day for us as we launch a new mission. We’re starting a GoFundMe to support Alzheimer’s research—a cause that is very close to our hearts. In addition to that, we’re getting transparent about the business side of the channel, from our monthly subscriptions to how we’re rethinking our budget. Thank you for being part of this journey with us. Start on Day 1 if you are new here: https://youtu.be/_ydNTMUxuOA We're Frankie and Alex. Five years full-time van life, now part-time nomads travelling internationally with a toddler and a business. 100% of what this channel earns in donations goes to charity. Every single dollar. New episode every day. Start with Day 1 if you're new here. 📍 Frankie N Alex Van Life Podcast — https://open.spotify.com/show/4ArbTk9HKiuxMKaop2kzLz📍 Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/fnalife/📍 Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/Fnalife/📍 Website — https://www.fnavanlife.com #offgrid #dailyvlog #365days #vanlifefamily #reallife #unfiltered #lifewithtoddler #family #homestead #vanlifecouple #rawvlog #frankienalex #nobodyshowsyouthispart #2026 #givingback #nokidshungry #charity #gofundme #familyhomestead #lifeOnTheRoad #honest #nofilter Look forward to hearing from you in the comments below.

  2. 1 day ago

    We Have Big News To Share Day 125 of 365

    Donate Directly to The Non-Profit this month👉 GoFundMe — https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-alzheimers-research-for-brighter-futures?utm_campaign=fp_sharesheet&utm_content=amp20_t1&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_link&lang=en_US&attribution_id=sl%3A3cc518cd-3856-4a2f-8d4d-783f20c7d84e&ts=1784683344We have some big news to share! Today is Day 125, and it’s a milestone we’ve been waiting for. We finally sat down as a group to decide on the non-profit we’ll be donating to this year. It wasn't an easy choice, but once we found "the one," we knew it was the perfect fit for our values and this channel.Watch to find out who we chose and the story behind why their mission resonates so deeply with us. We’re so grateful to be in a position to help, and we couldn’t do it without your support! Start on Day 1 if you are new here: https://youtu.be/_ydNTMUxuOA We're Frankie and Alex. Five years full-time van life, now part-time nomads travelling internationally with a toddler and a business. 100% of what this channel earns in donations goes to charity. Every single dollar. New episode every day. Start with Day 1 if you're new here. 📍 Frankie N Alex Van Life Podcast — https://open.spotify.com/show/4ArbTk9HKiuxMKaop2kzLz📍 Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/fnalife/📍 Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/Fnalife/📍 Website — https://www.fnavanlife.com #offgrid #dailyvlog #365days #vanlifefamily #reallife #unfiltered #lifewithtoddler #family #homestead #vanlifecouple #rawvlog #frankienalex #nobodyshowsyouthispart #2026 #givingback #nokidshungry #charity #gofundme #familyhomestead #lifeOnTheRoad #honest #nofilter Look forward to hearing from you in the comments below.

  3. 2 days ago

    A Special Connection Between Generations | Day 124

    Welcome back to Frankie N Alex! In today's video, we’re slowing things down and focusing on the beauty of family and connection. Day 124 is all about a heart-to-heart across generations—capturing those sweet, quiet moments that remind us what truly matters.Whether it's sharing stories, life updates, or just enjoying each other's company, these are the memories we want to hold onto. We also talk a bit about why giving back is so important to us this month and how these connections keep us grounded.Thanks for following along on our 365-day journey! If you enjoyed this glimpse into our day, don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe to see what Day 125 brings.#FrankieNAlex #365DayChallenge #FamilyConnections #Generations #DailyVlog #GivingBack Start on Day 1 if you are new here: https://youtu.be/_ydNTMUxuOA We're Frankie and Alex. Five years full-time van life, now part-time nomads travelling internationally with a toddler and a business. 100% of what this channel earns in donations goes to charity. Every single dollar. New episode every day. Start with Day 1 if you're new here. 📍 Frankie N Alex Van Life Podcast — https://open.spotify.com/show/4ArbTk9HKiuxMKaop2kzLz📍 Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/fnalife/📍 Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/Fnalife/📍 Website — https://www.fnavanlife.com #offgrid #dailyvlog #365days #vanlifefamily #reallife #unfiltered #lifewithtoddler #family #homestead #vanlifecouple #rawvlog #frankienalex #nobodyshowsyouthispart #2026 #givingback #nokidshungry #charity #gofundme #familyhomestead #lifeOnTheRoad #honest #nofilter Look forward to hearing from you in the comments below.

  4. 3 days ago

    Life Update, Spiders, & Our New Videographer | Day 123

    In today's video, we’re catching you up on everything happening in our world lately. Between the usual daily chaos and some big life updates, there’s never a dull moment.Alex ran into a bit of a "spider situation" that required some extra hands, and Everly officially decided she’s ready to step behind the lens as our newest videographer! We’re so excited to share these little milestones with you as we continue this 365-day journey.Thanks for being part of the family and following along with us every single day!Don't forget to: ✨ Subscribe to join the journey! 👍 Like this video if you enjoyed the update. 💬 Let us know in the comments—how would you handle a spider emergency?#FrankieNAlex #Day124 #LifeUpdate #FamilyVlog #365DayChallenge #TinyHomeLivingStart on Day 1 if you are new here: https://youtu.be/_ydNTMUxuOA We're Frankie and Alex. Five years full-time van life, now part-time nomads travelling internationally with a toddler and a business. 100% of what this channel earns in donations goes to charity. Every single dollar. New episode every day. Start with Day 1 if you're new here. 📍 Frankie N Alex Van Life Podcast — https://open.spotify.com/show/4ArbTk9HKiuxMKaop2kzLz📍 Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/fnalife/📍 Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/Fnalife/📍 Website — https://www.fnavanlife.com #offgrid #dailyvlog #365days #vanlifefamily #reallife #unfiltered #lifewithtoddler #family #homestead #vanlifecouple #rawvlog #frankienalex #nobodyshowsyouthispart #2026 #givingback #nokidshungry #charity #gofundme #familyhomestead #lifeOnTheRoad #honest #nofilter Look forward to hearing from you in the comments below.

  5. 5 days ago

    Coffee and what our morning looks like.. (Day 121)

    Welcome to Day 121 of our 365-day homestead journey! 🌲 After a busy Day 120 preparing for our guests and perfecting that New York-style pizza dough, we're taking things a bit slower this morning to show you what life actually looks like for us as the sun comes up.Mornings on the homestead are a mix of routine, chores, and family time. From the first cup of coffee to getting the kids settled and checking on our progress, this is our most honest look yet at the start of our day.We’re still navigating the summer season and enjoying every milestone of this challenge. Thanks for being part of the Frankie N Alex community and following along with our family's adventure!In this video:Our realistic homestead morning routine.Morning chores and family life updates.Reflections on reaching Day 121.The quiet moments before the day's work begins.If you’re enjoying following our 365-day journey, please hit the like button and subscribe to stay updated on our progress!#Homesteading #Day121 #MorningRoutine #OffGridLiving #FrankieNAlex #FamilyVlog #365DayChallenge Start on Day 1 if you are new here: https://youtu.be/_ydNTMUxuOA We're Frankie and Alex. Five years full-time van life, now part-time nomads travelling internationally with a toddler and a business. 100% of what this channel earns in donations goes to charity. Every single dollar. New episode every day. Start with Day 1 if you're new here. 📍 Frankie N Alex Van Life Podcast — https://open.spotify.com/show/4ArbTk9HKiuxMKaop2kzLz📍 Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/fnalife/📍 Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/Fnalife/📍 Website — https://www.fnavanlife.com #offgrid #dailyvlog #365days #vanlifefamily #reallife #unfiltered #lifewithtoddler #family #homestead #vanlifecouple #rawvlog #frankienalex #nobodyshowsyouthispart #2026 #givingback #nokidshungry #charity #gofundme #familyhomestead #lifeOnTheRoad #honest #nofilter Look forward to hearing from you in the comments below.

  6. 6 days ago

    Getting Ready for New Arrivals | Day 120

    It’s Day 120 of our 365-day journey! Today is all about preparation as we get ready for some very special guests to arrive. We’re hosting "Mathers on the Map" (Kevin, Taye, and their family) for dinner, and I’m taking you along as I make my go-to pizza dough from scratch.In this video, I walk through my process for a New York-style crust using a 24-hour fermented polish. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, I’m sharing the tips I’ve learned for getting that perfect, crispy stretch.We’re also dealing with some pretty heavy smoke and poor air quality today from the northern Ontario fires. Thankfully, we're able to hunker down and get the homestead ready before I head across the bay to pick everyone up.In this video:My 24-hour fermented pizza dough recipe and technique.The reality of wildfire smoke on the homestead.Prepping for our first big guest dinner of the season.A little chaotic cleaning and family life!Thanks for following along with Frankie N Alex. If you enjoyed this vlog, don't forget to like and subscribe to stay updated on our progress!#Homesteading #Day120 #PizzaDough #OffGridLiving #FrankieNAlex #MathersOnTheMap Start on Day 1 if you are new here: https://youtu.be/_ydNTMUxuOA We're Frankie and Alex. Five years full-time van life, now part-time nomads travelling internationally with a toddler and a business. 100% of what this channel earns in donations goes to charity. Every single dollar. New episode every day. Start with Day 1 if you're new here. 📍 Frankie N Alex Van Life Podcast — https://open.spotify.com/show/4ArbTk9HKiuxMKaop2kzLz📍 Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/fnalife/📍 Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/Fnalife/📍 Website — https://www.fnavanlife.com #offgrid #dailyvlog #365days #vanlifefamily #reallife #unfiltered #lifewithtoddler #family #homestead #vanlifecouple #rawvlog #frankienalex #nobodyshowsyouthispart #2026 #givingback #nokidshungry #charity #gofundme #familyhomestead #lifeOnTheRoad #honest #nofilter Look forward to hearing from you in the comments below.

  7. 6 Aug

    This Is Our Homestead Reality $700,000 (Day 119)

    It’s Day 119 of our homestead journey and we just received some news that changes everything. 🏡 We found out the property we’ve been building our dreams on might not be available to us for much longer, and we’re facing a massive $700,000 decision. Can we actually make this work?In today’s vlog: ⚡️ Off-Grid Solutions: Frankie jerry-rigged a solar setup to keep us cool during a 33°C heatwave. See how we’re running AC entirely off-grid! 🦵 Alex’s Knee Update: We finally saw the surgeon—get the latest news on her ACL recovery and what the next few months look like. 💻 Channel News: A quick update on the FNA Life hack and how we’re moving forward. 🐜 Homestead Life: Between the heat, the "ant problem," and preparing for visitors, it’s never a dull moment around here.We’re so grateful to have you along for this wild ride. If you’re enjoying these daily vlogs, don’t forget to subscribe and join the family!Let’s Chat: What would you do in our shoes regarding the property? Let us know in the comments! 👇#Homesteading #OffGrid #SolarPower #FamilyVlog #FrankieNAlex #DailyVlog Start on Day 1 if you are new here: https://youtu.be/_ydNTMUxuOA We're Frankie and Alex. Five years full-time van life, now part-time nomads travelling internationally with a toddler and a business. 100% of what this channel earns in donations goes to charity. Every single dollar. New episode every day. Start with Day 1 if you're new here. 📍 Frankie N Alex Van Life Podcast — https://open.spotify.com/show/4ArbTk9HKiuxMKaop2kzLz📍 Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/fnalife/📍 Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/Fnalife/📍 Website — https://www.fnavanlife.com #offgrid #dailyvlog #365days #vanlifefamily #reallife #unfiltered #lifewithtoddler #family #homestead #vanlifecouple #rawvlog #frankienalex #nobodyshowsyouthispart #2026 #givingback #nokidshungry #charity #gofundme #familyhomestead #lifeOnTheRoad #honest #nofilter Look forward to hearing from you in the comments below.

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Join Frankie and Alex on the road to experience van life first hand. We've been living this way since 2019 and share stories from other nomads to help you decide, is van life for you?

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